Vacation Rental Guest Reviews

Very Good 4 ^/5   Villa Review Rating Details

I have stayed at many properties around San Gimignano and I find this one very good. The view is georgous, the property is quiet, but close enough to town that you could walk in. In fact, we did! Just be mindful of walking on the highway.

Would you recommend this property to a friend?  Yes

Submitted: 08 Oct 2011

Rental Week: 24 Sep 2011

Very Good 4 ^/5   Villa Review Rating Details

Poggetto Di Montese is a lovely spot for a relaxing few days. We enjoyed being out of town with our own kitchen after all hotels. We stayed in the Le Rondini apartment, and there is a lovely view to San Gimignano, about 10 mins by car, and you are also close to Certaldo and Poggibonsi to train back to Florence (about 1hr on train). The property has a lovely garden with lilos for you to relax and enjoy the view, and a pergola with table and chairs for outdoor dining. We didn't use the separate lounge area very much, but it is well stocked with books about the area, tv etc.
The property is about a 1km from the bus stop, which we thought we would walk to but it is not really a safe walk, with no shoulder, so this is not probably an easy property without having your own transport. We had a hire car, so were easily able to visit local regions, Chianti, San Gimignano, Volterra, Florence etc. Great base to come back to. Marco and his family are lovely and respectful of your privacy.
There is a second apartment on the property without the view of San Gimignano, but a lovely garden area.

Would you recommend this property to a friend?  Yes

Submitted: 07 Oct 2011

Rental Week: 24 Sep 2011

Excellent 5 ^/5   Villa Review Rating Details

This is a lovely old villa with an incredible view. It is not a luxury property -- the pool is not heated and they will charge you for things like extra towels -- but we were delighted with our stay. There are beautiful walks from the villa, vistas from every point, and a feeling of "le bon vie". It's worth coming, but do know that it's not a luxury resort.

Would you recommend this property to a friend?  Yes

Submitted: 25 Sep 2011

Rental Week: 22 Sep 2011

Excellent 5 ^/5   Villa Review Rating Details

Booking an apartment in a Tuscan villa was a dream coming true. We had a wonderful 5-day stay, just relaxing by the pool, walking and cycling around the area, and wining/dining outside by the moonlight. We will never forget this short stay. The staff was totally helpful and agreable, and their wine just as unforgettable. Leaving was the hardest part and we're already planning a new (longer) trip there.

Would you recommend this property to a friend?  Yes

Submitted: 09 Oct 2011

Rental Week: 21 Sep 2011

Excellent 5 ^/5   Villa Review Rating Details

Our family had a wonderful stay at the Stella 5 unit. The landscaping is beautiful and it is very peaceful. The decorating inside the unit was tasteful and the beds are very comfortable. Monica was very sweet and helpful in providing suggestions for touring wineries in the area. A highlight of our stay was a wine tasting hosted by the owner of the property. We would definitely stay here again.

Would you recommend this property to a friend?  Yes

Submitted: 03 Oct 2011

Rental Week: 21 Sep 2011

Excellent 5 ^/5   Villa Review Rating Details

A beautiful villa, well maintained with fabulous grounds and swimming pool set in olive groves on the hillside. Friendly owners live next door who brought over complimentary olive oil and wine that they had made themselves. Beautiful terrace with barbecue. 3 large ensuite bedrooms-excellent property. Sarah, Birminghsm, West Mids.

Would you recommend this property to a friend?  Yes

Submitted: 01 Oct 2011

Rental Week: 19 Sep 2011

Excellent 5 ^/5   Villa Review Rating Details

My wife and I stayed at Siena-1 for nearly two weeks and loved every minute of it. The apartment was very nice, clean, and functional. I was a little leery at first due to the number provided being the actual owner who spoke no english, but once I got ahold of Eliza, everything was great. She was extremely friendly and helpful and really made the trip worry free. We would definitely stay here again, and in fact even thought about buying an apartment in Siena because of our stay here. I can't wait to return and will certainly stay here again when we do.

Would you recommend this property to a friend?  Yes

Submitted: 07 Oct 2011

Rental Week: 19 Sep 2011

Excellent 5 ^/5   Villa Review Rating Details

Der Hof liegt wunderschön auf einem Hügel mit schöner Aussicht. Die Lage ist ideal, knapp 10 Min. nach Asciano, gute halbe Stunde bis Siena. Die Appartments sind hübsch eingerichtet und sauber.
Wiebke ist sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit. Leider kamen wir nicht in den Genuss das eigene Essen zu probieren, da immer mindestens 4 Gäste zusammenkommen müssen. Das Fleisch kann aber lecker im La Mencia in Asciano probiert werden.

[English translation courtesy of Easy Reserve] The farm is wonderfully situated on a hill with a beautiful view. The geographical situation is ideal: just 10 minutes to the village of Asciano and a good half hour to Siena. The apartments are nicely decorated and clean.
Wiebke is very friendly and helpful. Unfortunately we were not able to enjoy her own food, as it was needed to get together at least four guests. Delicious meat can be tasted in La Mencia in Asciano.

Would you recommend this property to a friend?  Yes

Submitted: 04 Oct 2011

Rental Week: 18 Sep 2011

Excellent 5 ^/5   Villa Review Rating Details

What a wonderful experience! The Bencini family made us feel so welcome and the place is beautiful and homey and the view is lovely. The location is convenient to Siena. We had a dinner prepared for our group the first night and it was everything we hoped it would be. Grazie, grazie!

Would you recommend this property to a friend?  Yes

Submitted: 05 Dec 2011

Rental Week: 17 Sep 2011